General Intelligence Number Series Number Series Question #6554 (CAT-I)

Find the missing number in the following series: 12, 8, 14, 6, 16, ?

A 4
B 18
C 32
D 5
Correct Answer & Explanation
Option A
• The given sequence consists of two alternating series: First series: 12 → 14 → 16 (increment of +2) Second series: 8 → 6 → ? (decrement of -2) 8 - 2 = 4 • Thus, the missing number is 4.